Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Care & Preceptor

Vail Health; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing programs

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Tuition Assistance

Childcare reimbursement

Job summary

Vail Health in Vail, CO is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to adhere to policies and ensure safe instrument turnover. You will perform cleaning, inspection, sterilization, maintain instrument sets, and document processes.

You will also precept new employees and support team objectives, always prioritizing patient safety and cost efficiency. Qualified candidates will read, write and speak English proficiently, and be committed to the organization's values.

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, inspections, and sterilization techniques based on established standards of practice for S.P.C.
• Maintain all instrument sets to ensure that instruments are clean, complete, function correctly, and are sterile.
• Maintain working knowledge of the instrument sets, configuration, and supplies.
• Responsible for the documentation of sterilization processes in all log books.
• Carefully and efficiently uses supplies and liners to facilitate quality care and cost efficiency.
• Seek additional education opportunities within and outside the hospital setting and share knowledge by serving as a preceptor to new employees.
• Participate in implementation of plans to improve teamwork or to resolve conflict.
• Provide excellent customer service, work as a team, and be an advocate to VVMC patients.
• Models a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

Job description

Vail Health in Vail, CO is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to adhere to policies and ensure safe instrument turnover. You will perform cleaning, inspection, sterilization, maintain instrument sets, and document processes.

You will also precept new employees and support team objectives, always prioritizing patient safety and cost efficiency. Qualified candidates will read, write and speak English proficiently, and be committed to the organization's values.